CM Samrat Choudhary directs officials to submit detailed report on flood damage in Bihar
He instructed that the Disaster Management Department must obtain assessments of flood damage and rehabilitation costs from all relevant departments and submit a report at the earliest.
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Thunderstorm, lightning in state till Oct 9: IMD
164 file nominations for 8 legislative council seats in three-way contest
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Man arrested in Rs4-crore fraud case in Patna
Women police personnel trained in gender-responsive policing
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Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary reviewed the flood situation in the state and the damage caused by it, directing officials to submit a detailed report at the earliest. According to a press release, the review meeting was held at the 'Sankalp' auditorium at Lok Sevak Awas in the presence of BJP national president and MP Nitin Nabin. During the meeting on Tuesday, Water Resources Department Secretary Dr Chandrashekhar Singh briefed the Chief Minister about the causes of the floods and the situation that emerged in the state in two phases. During the first phase, the Ganga, Son, Ghaghra, Kosi and Punpun rivers recorded new highest water levels compared to previous records. In the second phase, the Gandak River recorded its highest water levels at four locations due to excessive rainfall. Six locations in West Champaran, Gopalganj and Saran districts witnessed damage to embankments. Disaster Management Department Principal Secretary Santosh Kumar Mall briefed the meeting about the re...
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Bihar Legislative Council polls: 8 seats, 164 candidates; stage set for multi-cornered battle
The seats going to the polls are Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Kosi Graduates' constituencies, along with Patna, Darbhanga, Tirhut and Saran Teachers' constituencies.
Andhra Pradesh Police arrest two, including Naval employee, for spying for Pakistan
Digital Desk | Vijayawada, Oct 6 (IANS) The Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell has arrested two persons, including a Naval employee, for allegedly sharing sensitive information about Naval and defence establishments with Pakistan-based intelligence operatives. Annam Sai Varaprasad, a civilian contract driver engaged for Naval officers, was arrested in Visakhapatnam, while Pradeep Mukherjee, a Naval employee at the Visakhapatnam Naval base, was arrested in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The AP Counter Intelligence Cell made the arrests after launching a coordinated operation on October 1 against an alleged espionage module involving 18 suspects, including 13 Naval personnel. Code-named Operation Firewall2026, the operation involved 12 Counter Intelligence teams deployed across 10 states and union territory -- Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Goa, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh and Bihar. The Counter Intelligence Cell said in a statement on Tuesday that it received credible information that certain people in India were allegedly in direct contact with Pakistan Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) and their suspected involvement in an espionage conspiracy prejudicial to national security. The suspects were allegedly collecting and sharing the sensitive/classified information relating to defence establishments and strategic locations in Visakhapatnam and other parts of the country was collected and shared through encrypted communication channels. The Counter Intelligence Police Station in Vijayawada registered a case on September 2 under Sections 61(2), 147 and 148 read with Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Sections 17 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, and Section 3 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923. Counter Intelligence teams worked in coordination with the concerned state Anti-Terrorism Squads, Naval officials and local police. They examined the alleged involvement of the 18 suspects and seized electronic gadgets following legal procedures. Two of the suspects were arrested after their role was established prima facie in this case, while investigation into the remaining suspects is continuing. Annam Sai Varaprasad, a civilian contract driver engaged for Naval officers, was arrested for his involvement in sharing sensitive/classified information relating to Naval/Defence establishments with a Pakistan-based intelligence operative and received money in connection with it. He was sent to judicial remand until October 14 and is currently lodged in District Jail, Visakhapatnam. Pradeep Mukherjee, a Naval employee at the Visakhapatnam Naval base, allegedly shared an OTP to activate a WhatsApp account used by a PIO, communicated with PIOs and shared sensitive information relating to Naval and defence establishments. After obtaining a transit warrant from a local court in Coimbatore, the Counter Intelligence Cell produced Mukherjee before the jurisdictional court in Vijayawada. He was sent to judicial custody until October 14 and is currently lodged in District Jail, Vijayawada. The Counter Intelligence Cell said the investigation into the remaining suspects was continuing and that further details would be disclosed at an appropriate time, keeping in view the requirements of the investigation and national security.
Bhumi Pednekkar marks 3 years of Thank You For Coming: The pure liberation I felt doing this film
Bhumi Pednekkar has explored a range of unconventional roles throughout her career, and Thank You For Coming was one of the films that addressed a subject that is not often discussed openly in mainstream cinema. As the film completed three years since its release, the actress looked back at her experience of working on the project and shared a clip from the film on social media. Bhumi shared a sequence from the 2023 comedy-drama, which revolved around female pleasure and a womans pursuit of happiness without feeling the need to apologise for her choices. Along with the clip, she shared a note reflecting on what the film meant to her. She wrote, She will always be my spirit animal. The pure liberation I felt doing this film. 3 years of Thank You For Coming. Also happy birthday @karanboolani, youre the best. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhumi Satish Pednekkar (@bhumisatishpednekkar) Directed by Karan Boolani, Thank You For Coming featured Bhumi in the lead role and dealt with conversations around female pleasure and personal choices. The film followed a woman navigating her relationships and her understanding of intimacy, while also touching upon the social expectations often placed on women. For Bhumi, the project appears to have remained personally meaningful, with her latest post recalling the sense of pure liberation she experienced while working on the film. Her anniversary post also coincided with Karan Boolanis birthday, as she extended her wishes to the filmmaker. Also Read : Bhumi Pednekar joins BDRF to aid flood-affected Bihar, appeals to citizens for support
CM inaugurates Sasaram bypass, launches water conservation drive
PIB debunks claims on MHA reaching out to Rahul, Priyanka for ending stir
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Tuesday issued a Fact Check and declared as misleading some social media posts claiming that officials of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reached out to Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi in a bid to end the impasse outside Nirvachan Sadan. Do not fall for misleading claims or unverified information. Rely only on verified sources, said the PIB, the Central governments nodal information dissemination agency controlled by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The Fact Check issued by the PIB was accompanied by screenshots of social media posts by a journalist and a news channels website. The false claims were made on social media in relation to the Opposition MPs dramatic protest and sit-in near the office of the Election Commission of India and Rahul Gandhi-led lawmakers failed attempt to enter Nirvachan Sadan to meet Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Earlier in the day, Rahul Gandhi led the 300 Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Opposition MPs, including those from the BJD, in a march from Parliament towards the Nirvachan Sadan - a distance of about one kilometre. We wanted to meet the CEC and the Election Commissioners, but we were stopped and prevented from going there, Gandhi told reporters about 50 yards from the Commissions office. After being stopped by security personnel from marching towards Nirvachan Sadan, Rahul Gandhi and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi and other leaders sat on a dharna inside the Akashvani Bhavan, close to the ECI office, The protest in the high security zone was criticised by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, who asked whether the opposition parties were trying to create anarchy. Speaking to IANS, Prasad said, Sitting in Delhi, they have surrounded a sensitive area here, and they are saying that (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar is under the clutches of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and (Home Minister) Amit Shah. This is shameful. I condemn this. Prasad also criticised Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his reported demand to cancel elections and conduct them again using ballot papers. He had said that all elections should be cancelled and elections should be held again through ballot papers. This is their intention, and this is what they want. They cannot win in honest elections. Now, they want to capture the booths. They want to win elections under pressure. They want to stop Dalits and the poor from casting their votes. Congress has been winning like this, whether it was in Bihar, West Bengal or any other state, he said.
Digital Desk | Patna, October 6 (IANS) The Janata Dal-United (JD-U) leadership has taken note of the ongoing differences between Mokama MLA Anant Singh and party candidate Neeraj Kumar over the Patna Graduates' constituency, with Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary welcoming Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh's efforts to resolve the dispute. Speaking at a press conference at the JD-U state office on Tuesday, Vijay Kumar Choudhary said that Lalan Singh's intervention had opened a way towards resolving the issue. He added that the party was taking note of everything Lalan Singh had said about the dispute and was also examining other aspects of the matter at the organisational level. Vijay Kumar Chaudhary was asked about Lalan Singh's observation that there had been a lapse on the part of the state JD-U leadership in handling the differences between Anant Singh and Neeraj Kumar. In response, the Deputy Chief Minister said the party had taken cognisance of the matter and was considering all aspects of the dispute. While he did not announce any specific disciplinary action, his remarks indicated that the party leadership was examining the circumstances surrounding the long-standing differences. Vijay Kumar Choudhary thanked Lalan Singh for taking the initiative to speak with Anant Singh and said the intervention had created an opportunity for the dispute to be resolved. The differences have come into focus ahead of the Patna Graduates' constituency election after Anant Singh backed the Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh instead of the JD-U's Neeraj Kumar. During the press conference, Vijay Kumar Choudhary also reviewed the flood situation in Bihar, saying the state had entered the final phase of the floods and that the situation was under control across the affected areas. He said the Gandak and Ganga rivers had recorded new Highest Flood Levels (HFL) at several locations during the current flood season. Despite the high water levels, departmental officials and engineers had taken timely measures to protect embankments at several vulnerable points. According to the Deputy Chief Minister, breaches occurred at multiple locations along the Gandak embankment. Seven engineers have been suspended in connection with the incidents, while departmental proceedings have been initiated against a Chief Engineer. Show-cause notices have also been issued to an Assistant Engineer and an Executive Engineer. Vijay Kumar Choudhary said the Bihar government would take action against officials found responsible for negligence in dealing with the difficulties faced by flood-affected residents. The Deputy Chief Minister also spoke about the increasing accumulation of silt in Bihar's rivers, saying the state government had repeatedly brought the issue to the attention of the Central government. He said that Bihar had also been raising concerns with the Centre regarding the Farakka Barrage agreement and related issues. According to Vijay Kumar Choudhary, the Central government was taking initiatives in this regard. Energy Minister Shailesh Kumar alias Bulo Mandal was present at the press conference, along with JD-U MLCs Sanjay Singh alias Gandhiji, Naveen Arya and Anjum Ara.
Palak Muchhal lends her voice to female version of The Vvaan song Chhathi Maiya; track out!
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah starrer The Vvaan has added a new version of its song 'Chhathi Maiya,' with singer Palak Muchhal lending her vocals to the female rendition. The song, which draws from the cultural and spiritual significance of Chhath, has been released under the Zee Music label. The new version brings a female vocal perspective to the track, with Palak Muchhals rendition focusing on the devotional elements associated with Chhathi Maiya. The song is featured in the films folklore-inspired world, which draws from Indian traditions and mythology. Palak Muchhals female rendition of Chhathi Maiya The original 'Chhathi Maiya'song has been positioned around the celebration of Chhath and its significance, particularly in Bihar and among communities that observe the festival. Palak Muchhals version offers another interpretation of the track through her vocals, while retaining its devotional character. The Vvaan has been running in theatres alongside the release of the new song. The film combines folklore and fantasy with elements of adventure, mystery and humour. Its story is also being expanded through The Legend of Vvaan comic book, which explores the larger folklore surrounding the film's universe. Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with TVF and 11.11 Production, The Vvaan stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah in the lead roles. The film is written by Arunabh Kumar and directed by Deepak Mishra, with Manu Anand serving as DOP and Visual Director. It is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Arunabh Kumar and Niraj Kothari. Also Read:Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia and The Vvaan Cast bring ghost stories to Netflixs The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5
State-wise school holidays in October due to Navaratri, Durga Puja 2026
The festive season is approaching and to celebrate schools will be closed state-wise for students. For the Durga Puja celebration has the schools in the eastern part of India- West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, Bihar have announced holidays for educational institutions- schools, colleges. The West Bengal government has already announced school holiday on the occasion of Durga Puja.
India bowl first in Lucknow as Naman Dhir makes T20I debut against West Indies
India have chosen to bowl first in the opening match of their five-match T20I series against West Indies, with captain Shreyas Iyer citing the mixed-soil surface at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium and the likelihood of evening dew. The decision sets up a chase under lights in Lucknow, where the [] The post India bowl first in Lucknow as Naman Dhir makes T20I debut against West Indies appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Noida Bus Fire: All Passengers Safe After Blaze on Route to Bihar
A bus traveling from Delhi to Bihar caught fire in Noida, but all 30 passengers escaped unharmed. Investigation into the cause is ongoing. Noida Bus Fire: All Passengers Safe After Blaze on Route to Bihar
1st T20I: Naman Dhir debuts as India elect to bowl against WI in Lucknow
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Oct 5 (IANS) India won the toss and elected to bowl against the West Indies in the first T20I of the five-match series at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday. After making his ODI debut on September 27, Naman Dhir is set to make his T20I debut in the series opener. He received his maiden T20I cap from Arshdeep Singh. It will also be a special game for Akeal Hosein, who will play his 100th T20I for the West Indies. India captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the challenge posed by a formidable West Indies side but backed his team to settle quickly despite a hectic travel schedule following their Asian Games campaign. Iyer also confirmed that Ravi Bishnoi, Nitish Reddy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Prince Yadav were left out of the playing XI. We are going to bowl first; it's a mixed surface. There will be some dew as well. Travel was pretty hectic. Came last night; today we have turned up for the game, but we are in the zone. They have been fabulous; they have dominated T20 cricket in the last few years. They have got brilliant batting and all-rounders. Looking forward to the contest. Ravi, Nitish, Vaibhav and one more is sitting out, Prince. West Indies skipper Shai Hope said, We would have bowled first as well. In India, it's always good to chase. We need to adapt to the conditions; it's different. We have new guys coming and some going out. We just got to play our best cricket. Six bowling options for us, some all-rounders as well. Playing XIs: West Indies: Shai Hope (wk/c), Kamil Pooran, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Springer, Shamar Joseph India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Naman Dhir, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Mayank Yadav
CSBC Bihar Driver Constable DV Schedule 2026 Out - Check Document Verification Dates
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Bihar Chief Minister Inaugurates
Bihar CM Samrat Chaudhary inaugurates a new bypass road in Sasaram, emphasizing youth engagement in nation-building. Bihar Chief Minister Inaugurates 122 Crore Bypass Road in Sasaram
Samrat Choudhary warns of action within 24 hours against those targeting women in Bihar
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 6 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Tuesday visited Sasaram in Rohtas district and addressed a 'Yuva Samvad' programme at Jamuhar, where he spoke about women's safety, law and order and the development of the state. Addressing the gathering, Choudhary said that given the prevailing security environment in the state, anyone who dares to harm or molest women will face action within 24 hours. He said he was making this commitment to the women of Bihar in his capacity as the state's leader. Referring to five videos of incidents that had surfaced from different parts of Bihar, Chief Minister Choudhary said immediate action had been taken in the cases. He also added that millions of women are now stepping out of their homes to work, attributing the change to the governance of the NDA. Targeting the Opposition, the Chief Minister said that some people view political power as an opportunity for personal gain, whereas the NDA and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) consider power a means to serve the people. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Choudhary said that despite being in power for 25 consecutive years, PM Modi had remained committed to serving the public and continued to uphold that approach. He contrasted the present situation in Bihar with the period before 2005, recalling that areas of Rohtas and Kaimur had once been affected by the activities of dacoits and that people were fearful of travelling from Kaimur towards Ara. He said the situation had changed significantly and reiterated that anyone who harms a woman in Bihar would face arrest within 24 hours. The event was attended by MP BD Singh, former MP Gopal Narayan Singh, MLA Trivikram Narayan Singh and BJP leader Bhikhubhai Dalsania. During his Rohtas visit, CM Choudhary inaugurated the Sasaram Bypass and inspected the Beda Flyover. The 9.2-km Beda-Mokar bypass is a part of the Bihar government's infrastructure push in the district. He also inspected a pond renovated under the 'Kayakalp Abhiyan' and reviewed ongoing development works in the area. Earlier, CM Choudhary addressed a gathering after inaugurating an astronomy laboratory at the PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya in Karup Panchayat under Shivsagar block. He also participated in the 'Seva Setu Abhiyan' support camp and reviewed various government schemes and development initiatives. The Chief Minister also interacted with youth at the Narayan Medical College in Sasaram as part of his outreach programme.
IND vs WI Live Streaming: The highly anticipated five-match T20I series between India and West Indies kicks off on October 6 at 7:00 PM IST. Fans can expect an exhilarating start at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Following a successful 2-1 ODI series win, Shreyas Iyer steps up to lead India, aiming to maintain their victorious momentum in the T20 format.
Bihars Flood Situation Approaches Final Phase, Permanent Solutions Needed, Says Deputy CM
Bihars Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Chaudhary discusses the flood situation and emphasizes the need for effective sediment management and high-level dams. Bihars Flood Situation Approaches Final Phase, Permanent Solutions Needed, Says Deputy CM
Prashant Kishor Advocates for Change in Bihar, Promises Seventh Pay Scale for Teachers
Prashant Kishor calls on Bihars educated voters to support change and promises better pay and opportunities for teachers. Prashant Kishor Advocates for Change in Bihar, Promises Seventh Pay Scale for Teachers
Mokama Rail Bridge Trials Completed
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video showing trials completed on Mokamas new rail bridge over the Ganga in Bihar. The bridge is set to provide a new rail link between North and South Bihar, enabling more seamless journeys across the state.
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IND vs WI 1st T20I: India Eye Strong Start in Lucknow Today
India and the West Indies are set to lock horns in the opening fixture of their five-match T20I series on Tuesday evening at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. Following a successful 2-1 triumph in the preceding ODI series, the home side aims to carry its winning momentum into the shortest [] The post IND vs WI 1st T20I: India Eye Strong Start in Lucknow Today appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bengal to get rain for five more days as monsoon retreats, light showers likely during Puja
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Rain is likely to continue across West Bengal for the next five days as the southwest monsoon withdrawal remains underway, the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Kolkata said on Tuesday. The weather office, however, ruled out the possibility of widespread heavy rainfall during this period. Light to moderate rain is expected at several places, with isolated heavy showers likely in parts of north Bengal. Eastern Regional Director of the RMC Habibur Rahman Biswas said a low-pressure area extending from Uttar Pradesh to Bangladesh in the lower levels of the atmosphere was influencing the weather over the state. A cyclonic circulation over Bihar is also contributing to the rainfall activity. Under its influence, light to moderate rain is likely in all districts of north Bengal, while heavy rain may occur at one or two places in Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts. The weather office has also warned of thundershowers in several areas. On Tuesday, partly cloudy skies and light to moderate rain were expected in the state. In south Bengal, districts including Murshidabad, Nadia, Birbhum, South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas may receive rain accompanied by thundershowers over the next few days. Several districts of south Bengal are likely to receive light to moderate rain with thundershowers until the weekend. Rainfall will also continue in north Bengal, with isolated heavy showers possible in one or two places. Kolkata is also likely to receive light to moderate rain on Tuesday. The city is expected to remain cloudy during the morning, with partly cloudy skies likely in the afternoon. The possibility of rain is expected to increase from Wednesday through Friday. The RMC said there was no forecast of heavy rain during Durga Puja, which begins on October 17. However, light to moderate rain may occur around Mahalaya on October 10. On Monday, Kolkata recorded a maximum temperature of 32.08 degrees Celsius, which was normal, while the minimum temperature was 26.06 degrees Celsius, 0.08 degrees above normal. Relative humidity ranged between 69 and 97 percent.
RJD MLA Criticizes JD(U) Amid Internal Disputes in Bihar
RJD MLA Bhai Virendra claims JD(U) faces internal strife, urging caution for party leaders ahead of upcoming elections. RJD MLA Criticizes JD(U) Amid Internal Disputes in Bihar
Sanjay Jha backs Lalan Singh's mediation as JD(U) seeks to contain JD(U)'s Anant-Neeraj rift
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 6 (IANS) The internal rift within the JD(U) over the Patna Graduates constituency has taken a new turn, with the party leadership seeking to contain differences between Mokama MLA Anant Singh and JD(U) candidate Neeraj Kumar ahead of the Legislative Council elections in Bihar. JD(U) National Working President and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha has defended the partys decision to entrust Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh with resolving the differences, saying Lalan Singh had done what was best for the party. The intervention comes after Anant Singh publicly extended his support to Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh and indicated that he would not campaign for Neeraj Kumar, whom the JD(U) has fielded from the Patna Graduates constituency. The JD(U) has now authorised Lalan Singh to mediate between Anant Singh and Neeraj Kumar after the dispute became public. Jha had earlier said the party was aware of grievances between the two leaders and had asked Lalan Singh to resolve the matter through discussions. Lalan Singh subsequently spoke to Anant Singh and said the Mokama MLA had raised several grievances concerning the previous Assembly election. According to Lalan Singh, Anant Singh alleged that he had faced opposition and a campaign against him during the election and felt that the party leadership should have intervened at the time. Lalan Singh acknowledged there had been a lapse on the part of the state party leadership. He also quoted Anant Singh as saying that he would not seek votes for someone who had not sought votes for him. Despite the differences, Lalan Singh said Anant Singh had agreed not to make further public statements against Neeraj Kumar that could harm the party. The development is being viewed as an attempt by the JD(U) leadership to prevent the dispute from escalating publicly while ensuring that its official candidate receives organisational support during the Council election campaign. Lalan Singh has said that his approach is to facilitate reconciliation without taking sides. The dispute became more prominent after Anant Singh accompanied Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Kumar Singh during his nomination process and publicly backed his candidature. The move was seen as a direct challenge to Neeraj Kumar, who is seeking another term from the Patna Graduates constituency. The differences between Anant Singh and Neeraj Kumar predate the current Legislative Council election. Their political rivalry dates back to the 2015 Assembly election, when Anant Singh contested the Mokama seat as an independent after parting ways with the JD(U), while the party fielded Neeraj Kumar. The latest dispute has acquired greater significance because the two leaders are now on opposing sides of the campaign for the Patna Graduates constituency. The JD(U) leaderships focus is now on containing the public disagreement and maintaining organisational cohesion around Neeraj Kumars candidature. Sanjay Jhas support for Lalan Singhs mediation indicates that the party is currently favouring dialogue over escalation. Neeraj Kumar has filed his nomination for the Patna Graduates seat, while Jan Suraaj has fielded Anuj Kumar Singh. The election is scheduled for October 23, with counting set for October 27.
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PM Narendra Modi wishes Jitan Ram Manjhi on birthday, praises work for poor
Jitan Ram Manjhi is a Member of Parliament from Gaya and is serving as the Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. He has served as the Chief Minister of Bihar from May 20, 2014, to February 20, 2015. Manjhi is also the founding president of the Hindustani Awam Morcha
15 MPs representing India's political, geographic diversity at UN General Assembly
Digital Desk | United Nations, Oct 6 (IANS) Fifteen members of Parliament, representing the political and geographic diversity of India have joined the India's delegation to General Assembly, showcasing the nation's democracy. They paid homage on Monday to Mahatma Gandhi at his statue on the UN campus before heading out to their General Assembly assignments. India's Permanent Representative P Harish, the senior diplomat who heads India's UN Mission, briefed the MPs on India's engagement with the UN. The MPs met with Assistant Secretary-General Kanni Wignaraja, who is also the regional director for Asia and the Pacific, and discussed the work of the UN Development Programme in India. During the meeting, they explored how parliamentarians can advance the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The MPs plunged immediately into their assignments representing India. Two of the BJP MPs, Banshilal Gurjar from Madhya Pradesh and C P Joshi from Rajasthan, spoke in Hindi with simultaneous translation. Gurjar addressed the Assembly's Fifth Committee that deals with budgetary and administrative matters on the scale of assessments for the apportionment of UN expenses. C P Joshi, who heads the Parliament Committee on Petitions, addressed the Second Committee that deals with economic and financial matters. Gumma Thanuja Rani, a YSR Congress MP from Andhra Pradesh, spoke in English on the organisation of work at the Fifth Committee. Traditionally, MPs reinforce India's presence at the General Assembly during the months after its new session begins in September. There are six MPs from the BJP, and besides Joshi and Gurjar, they are Mahima Kumari Mewar from Rajasthan; Biplab Kumar Deb, BJP national general secretary from Tripura; Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri from Karnataka; and Sikander Kumar from Himachal Pradesh. The two Congress Party MPs in the delegation are Rahul Kaswan from Rajasthan and Anil Kumar Yadav from Telangana. The others, besides them, are LK Sudhish of Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam from Tamil Nadu; Asit Mal of the Trinamool Congress from West Bengal; Smajwadi Party's Priya Saroj from Uttar Pradesh; Lovely Anand of the Janata Dal (United) from Bihar; Sanjay Yadav of the Rashtriya Janata Dal also from Bihar, and Rajabhau Waje of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) from Maharashtra.
Bihars Chief Minister Pushes for Eco-Tourism and Solar Initiatives in Hill Regions
Bihars Chief Minister emphasizes rapid development of eco-tourism and solar projects in the states hill regions to boost tourism and sustainability. Bihars Chief Minister Pushes for Eco-Tourism and Solar Initiatives in Hill Regions
Accelerate eco-tourism, solarisation projects in hilly regions: Samrat
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BJPs Sambit Patra rebuts Rahul Gandhis Form 6 claims, says SC did not declare it illegal
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) BJP national spokesperson Sambit Patra on Monday hit back at Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his allegations concerning Form 6, the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, accusing him of spreading misleading information about the Supreme Courts proceedings. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Patra said Gandhi had misrepresented the Supreme Courts observations and wrongly suggested that the court had established that Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar had illegally and unilaterally altered Form 6 to benefit the BJP. He said Gandhi had made the allegations in a post on X shortly after the Supreme Court hearing. According to Patra, Gandhi claimed that it had been established without any doubt that Kumar had illegally and unilaterally changed Form 6 and had misused his position to help the BJP. Gandhi also said that those responsible would have to be held accountable. The BJP leader strongly rejected the interpretation, saying the Supreme Court had neither declared Form 6 illegal nor rejected it. He said the court had only made it clear that it had not approved any modified Form 6 and wanted to examine the official record to determine who had made the changes. According to Patra, Chief Justice Surya Kant observed during the hearing that the court had not approved any changed Form 6 and that the record would have to be examined to establish who had made the modification. Patra said this observation could not be interpreted as a judicial finding that Form 6 itself was illegal. The BJP leader also referred to the Election Commissions September 26 press release, which stated that the declaration attached to Form 6 for the SIR exercise had been upheld by the Supreme Court. He said Gandhi was creating confusion by presenting the issue as though the entire Form 6 had been declared unlawful. Rahul Gandhi, in his post on X, alleged that the Supreme Court proceedings had established that the Chief Election Commissioner had changed Form 6 illegally and unilaterally. He described the alleged change as further evidence of the misuse of the CECs position to help the BJP. Gandhi said that the CEC and others allegedly involved in what he described as an attack on democracy would have to be held accountable. The BJP, however, argued that Gandhis interpretation went beyond what the Supreme Court had actually said during the hearing. Patra maintained that the court had not reached a final conclusion on who made the disputed changes or whether the changes were unlawful. Patra also cited the Supreme Courts May 27, 2026, judgment while explaining the Election Commissions position on documentation for the SIR exercise. The BJP spokesperson argued that the Supreme Court judgment did not support such an interpretation. Patra also disputed the allegation that the SIR decision had been taken unilaterally. He said the Bihar SIR order issued on June 24, 2025, was approved unanimously by all three Election Commissioners. According to Patra, the Election Commission itself had reiterated that position in its fact-check response. Patra said the decision was taken collectively by the Commission and pointed to the public record surrounding the announcement as evidence that all three Election Commissioners had participated in the process. He accused Gandhi of presenting the decision as the action of an individual when, according to the Election Commission's position cited by the BJP, it was a unanimous decision of the three-member Commission. Patra also brought up Gandhis earlier criticism of the Supreme Court in connection with the Rafale fighter-jet controversy. He alleged that Gandhi had previously made incorrect claims about what the Supreme Court had said in the Rafale case and subsequently had to clarify his remarks before the court. Patra argued that a similar pattern was emerging in the Form 6 controversy, with the Supreme Courts observations being interpreted politically before the complete legal record had been examined. He urged political leaders to study judgments and official documents carefully before making public allegations involving constitutional institutions. Another issue raised by Patra was a claim that the Election Commission had withdrawn its September 26 press release concerning Form 6 and SIR. Patra rejected the claim and said the press release had not been withdrawn. He said the Election Commission had issued a fact-check on the matter and that the September 26 communication remained part of the Commissions public record. According to Patra, reports suggesting that the press release had been withdrawn following the Supreme Court hearing were false. He accused Rahul Gandhi of attempting to create confusion and instability by making allegations against constitutional institutions. He said political disagreements were legitimate but claimed that the Supreme Court and Election Commission should not be selectively cited or portrayed in ways that, according to the BJP, distorted their actual positions.
ED busts Rs 1,000-crore betel nut smuggling syndicate across Northeast
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 5 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has unearthed a well-organised, multi-layered syndicate allegedly involved in smuggling foreign-origin areca nut into India through the India-Myanmar border and laundering the proceeds, with bank credits exceeding Rs 1,000 crore identified in accounts linked to the network. According to officials, the EDs Guwahati Zonal Office conducted searches on October 1 at 16 premises in Guwahati, Siliguri, Bagdogra, Phansidewa and Cooch Behar under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The investigation was launched based on 11 FIRs registered by the Assam Police and West Bengal Police under various sections of the IPC/BNS and the NDPS Act against persons allegedly involved in smuggling, transporting and selling Indonesian, Thai and Burmese-origin areca nut. According to the ED, the consignments were brought into Mizoram through Myanmar and then transported to West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and other states using forged GST invoices, e-way bills and transport documents. The agency said dried areca nut was ferried across the Tiau River at Zokhawthar in small lots, bypassing the Land Customs Station. Agents on the Myanmar side allegedly sold the consignments to front firms in India. These firms were allegedly registered in the names of local residents of Champhai who had no real stake in the business. The GST registrations and bank accounts were allegedly controlled by persons based in Silchar, Assam. From Silchar, the consignments were allegedly moved to godowns around Guwahati, where they were re-bagged and re-documented before being transported through the Siliguri corridor to consuming states. The ED said the operation involved Bikaner Assam Roadlines India Ltd and associated concerns allegedly controlled by Sushil Daga. Their bank accounts showed credits of several hundred crores from areca nut traders. The agency also alleged that protection money was collected from transporters to ensure safe passage of smuggled consignments. Searches at the premises of DNG Biotech Pvt Ltd, Jai Karni Tradings Pvt Ltd, Purvottar Agro Pvt Ltd, N R Associates and others led to the seizure of approximately Rs 95 lakh in unaccounted cash, digital devices, property and investment documents and bank records. Fixed deposits worth approximately Rs 85 lakh were also frozen. Further investigation is underway.
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BJP national spokesperson and Lok Sabha MP Sambit Patra on Monday accused Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi of misleading the public over the Supreme Court's observations on Form 6 and the Election Commission's decision on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Speaking to ANI, Patra said Gandhi had made misleading claims on two issues -- the status of Form 6 and whether the Election Commission's decision on the SIR in Bihar was unanimous. On Form 6, Patra said the Supreme Court had not declared the form illegal and had only said that it would examine a petition alleging that the form had been modified. Rahul Gandhi misled the public on two counts. First, he claimed that Form 6 was illegal
Make Him Think: Morne Morkel Reveals How India Are Nurturing Sooryavanshi
Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee: India bowling coach Morne Morkel believes young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can make significant strides simply by being around an experienced Indian dressing room, urging the teenager to observe, ask questions and absorb the habits of established players as India begin their five-match T20I series against West Indies here on Tuesday. Two Lucknow-based IPL pacers, Mayank Yadav and Prince Yadav, will also return to Indias T20I setup in the series opener at the Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, with the management pondering over its bowling combinations on a pitch that is expected to offer a mix of pace, bounce and spin. But Morkel believes Sooryavanshis growth should not be judged by the amount of game time he gets, with the 14-year-old already reaping the benefits of being around senior players and watching them prepare and react to different situations. Yeah, I mean, we all know the talent of Ivan. I think the more time he spends in this environment with the quality players, the more time he trains at this standard, will only be great for his cricket. And if he's not getting that game time, he's still on a bus, in the dugout, in the hotel with guys with a lot of experience. And I think with him sharing that sort of dressing room and talking to guys, or just actually watching how the guys go through their processes and how they set up innings, will be key for him, Morkel said in the pre-match press conference in Lucknow on Monday. Im a big believer that sometimes, if you put guys in the right environment and they can ask the right questions and they can observe. So I always challenge them; I say, watch what this guy is doing in training, how does he face his first 15 balls? When the wicket is doing stuff, what sort of game plan does he come up with? And for any young player, if he gets game time or if that game time is a little limited, its still our job to make sure that these guys learn, they grow, and they ask questions. Morkel said he also encourages the young batter to reflect on what he has learnt from each training session. I think that for me is a fantastic growth sort of mind map. I mean, I'm a fast bowler; I can't really talk too much about batting, but I always ask him on the bus, ' What's one thing you've learned today? Tell me, what did you think about that guy's batting? And that makes him think. And I think next time when he comes to nets, those sort of things he'll observe; he'll adapt to his game, he added. While Sooryavanshis role at the top could depend on Indias combination, Morkel expects the management to assess the players returning from the Asian Games before finalising the XI. Im pretty sure Gautam will look to rotate. I mean, as I said, that is up to the selectors, and obviously the coach and the captain in terms of the playing 11, or which playing 11 will be the best to win a game for India on home soil. And that will always be the main focus, Morkel said. In terms of the starting 11, as I said, the guys just came back from the Asian Games, so we'll assess how everybody is feeling after jet lag, after travelling, and then from there make a plan. India enter the T20I leg after winning the preceding three-match ODI series 2-1, although the West Indies finished that contest on a high by taking the final game at New Chandigarh. India will also carry the confidence of their Asian Games campaign, where they won the men's T20 gold medal. Morkel expects the transition between formats to provide a stern test, particularly with West Indies possessing a batting line-up capable of putting pressure on the bowling attack from the outset. Yeah, I think, you know, waiting for the spectators, it's going to be fantastic viewing. I think for both sides at the moment, the red flag or the problem might be, you know, our guys travelling back after the Asian Games. Some of the guys only arrived a couple of days ago, so jet lag, getting over the journey. But I think once we are up and running and we get the series going, we are all really looking forward to it, Morkel added. The immediate challenge for India will be adapting to a fresh format while also continuing to build their player pool, with the 2027 ODI World Cup already behind them and the next global tournament still some distance away. Look, the main goal always will be to win the games. I think this group of players have played some exceptional cricket over the last couple of years. The guys who got opportunities came in and, you know, they've done a brilliant job, Morkel said. Yes, it will be great for Indian cricket if we keep on growing that pool, keep on giving guys that experience of the taste of what it is to play in an Indian shirt. And also a nice opportunity for guys who were out of the loop for a while to come back. One such returnee is Mayank Yadav, whose comeback from injury adds another dimension to Indias pace attack. You know, Mayank Yadav, he's back from injury, so look forward to seeing how he goes when he gets an opportunity. So I think it is sort of looking at the bigger picture, but also you want to win games for India. You want to give the guys who have done well so far to continue that, and yeah, we look forward to the series, and we'll take it as it comes. Mayanks raw pace gives India an X-factor that is difficult to replicate, while Prince Yadav has taken a different route into the international setup after initially being a net bowler. I mean, if you look at Mayank, immediately that comes to mind is his pace, his X-factor. I think for me, Prince, where he was a net bowler a couple of years ago, he's now playing for India. That resilience, the hard work that he's put into his game to reach international stages, is admirable, Morkel said. For me, that shows that these guys are hardworking players. Mayank had a couple of setbacks with injury, back-to-back setbacks with that; for a young player to get through that, and then again to find themselves in the situation to play for India just shows character. Both pacers have a particularly strong connection with the venue, having represented Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL, and their knowledge of the Ekana surface could prove useful for India. The question, however, is whether India will lean heavily on that local knowledge. Of course, you know, one aspect is obviously for them to share their knowledge, what they found playing here. But to be honest with you, I think for us it is about... we talk about that, but it's not to make that our main focus, Morkel said. Like I said, the strength of this team moving forward will be how individuals can, at the moment, adapt to some of the conditions and how they can execute that. Of course, we'll look at all the players, we'll come up with plans, but I think that is the winning moment in white-ball cricketis that decision under pressure as a bowler with a captain. What's the best decision you can make, and can you execute that? Execution could be especially important with the conditions on Pitch No. 5, the centre strip, being used for the contest. The pitch is a combination of red and black soil surface; Lucknow saw a lot of runs in IPL 2026 after being a little more bowler-friendly in the first part of the season. There has been some rain around the city too, with both teams practice sessions affected on Monday, although no rain is forecast during match hours on Tuesday. There are a few showers expected during the day, but conditions should be clear when the match kicks off. The Ekana wicket has been tricky to read over the years. The last T20I played here was against New Zealand in 2023, when India chased down 100 successfully, but that was before the surfaces were re-laid. IPL 2026 was a tale of two halves for the venue. Bowlers had help in the initial half of the tournament with movement and bounce on the more bowler-friendly pitches, while in the second half the pitches flattened out quite a bit. Any moisture left from the recent rain could bring the seamers back into the contest early, while the surface is generally considered good for batting and can bring spinners into play as the ball gets older. Morkel said India will not enter the match with a rigid pace-versus-spin blueprint. Look, I don't think there is one sort of blueprint or thing we're gonna go with. We'll come up with the best solution for how we think we're going to win games. If it's extra pace, if it's extra spin, that is yet to be determined, but for me, it's always my sort of feel here in T20 or especially white-ball cricket; it's good wickets, so yeah, I think you get tested on your execution. That execution could become even more important against a West Indies side known for aggressive batting. Morkel expects both teams to have to read conditions quickly rather than rely solely on pre-match plans. Yeah, look, I mean, I just walked past the square now; I haven't had a proper look at the wicket. We'll assess sort of the conditions as best as possible tonight. We understand that in this series it's going to be a high-scoring game. Your skills will be tested; execution, most importantly, will be tested, he said. In a short turnaround, we'll try and plan as best as possible. But I think the key for both teams is how we can read the conditions and how you can come up with the best plans in that moment, and then, as I said, execution is going to be key. The size of the Ekana boundaries could also increase the value of having additional bowling options. But I think purely on that, you need to see what the conditions are like, and from there you can make a play. But from my point of view, the more bowling options we can have on a night, as a captain, at times that can help, Morkel said. So I think it's about always keeping these guys ready, and then from there reading the conditions, reading what the wicket is doing, boundary sizes. Obviously we've got a luxury here that it's quite a big field, so these guys come into the conversation a lot more. India could also have a selection call to make between Ravi Bishnoi and Kuldeep Yadav, with the latter returning to the T20I setup after last playing the format in February. Morkel said Kuldeeps confidence and rhythm have returned at the right time. Look, I think Kuldeep spoke about it in the past after the ODI series that he feels he's bowling well again. And that is great news for us. As a bowler, sometimes we can struggle with our rhythm; it takes a little bit longer at times to find that, but for us, he's a massive match-winner, he's confident, he's bowling well. India could also have a selection call to make between Ravi Bishnoi and Kuldeep Yadav, with the latter returning to the T20I setup after last playing the format in February. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Bihar: NDA rallies behind Neeraj Kumar at Patna Graduates MLC nomination
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 5 (IANS) JD(U) candidate Neeraj Kumar filed his nomination papers on Monday for the Bihar Legislative Council's Patna Graduates constituency, with NDA leaders turning up in strength to signal their support for the party nominee. Health Minister Nishant Kumar was among the NDA leaders present during the nomination process. The show of support comes amid an intense contest for the Patna Graduates seat and ongoing political differences surrounding the constituency. After filing his nomination, Neeraj Kumar expressed confidence in his electoral prospects and took an indirect swipe at his opponents without naming them. He said a victory in the Patna Graduates constituency would not be merely an electoral success but would become a subject of discussion beyond Bihar. The impact of this victory would be felt from Patna to Delhi, Neeraj Kumar said. He added that political stature should not be measured merely by the position a person holds, but by the extent of support and goodwill enjoyed among different sections of society. Neeraj Kumar said he might not have financial strength comparable to some of his opponents, but claimed that the affection and trust of the people were his biggest assets. Taking another indirect dig at his rivals, he said he could become a target of jealousy or hostility but would never accept being an object of sympathy. His remarks come against the backdrop of the ongoing political contest over the Patna Graduates seat, especially after JD(U) MLA Anant Singh openly supported Jan Suraaj candidate Anuj Singh. Neeraj Kumar also praised Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and Health Minister Nishant Kumar, comparing the two leaders to Lord Ram and Lakshman. He said the NDA was moving forward in unity under their leadership and asserted that the alliances collective support for his candidature had strengthened his campaign. Neeraj Kumar claimed that he was receiving support from different sections of society and said his victory would carry a political message beyond the outcome of a single Legislative Council seat. Nishant Kumar, who attended the nomination event, pledged to campaign for Neeraj Kumar and called upon NDA leaders and workers to work together for his victory. He said Neeraj Kumar had remained committed to the JD(U) for a long time and pointed to his experience as a three-time member of the Bihar Legislative Council. Describing Neeraj Kumar as a leader committed to socialist ideology, Nishant Kumar said the NDA was united behind his candidature and expressed confidence that party workers and leaders would campaign collectively for him. The presence of NDA leaders at the nomination filing and the statements made by Neeraj Kumar have added momentum to the contest for the Patna Graduates constituency, where the campaign is expected to intensify in the coming days.
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Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 5 (IANS) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Bihar Assembly Tejashwi Yadav has announced a series of protests across Bihar as part of the INDIA alliances campaign against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government. Yadav said Bihar, which he described as the birthplace of the INDIA alliance and a cradle of democracy, would once again become the centre of a major political movement. Referring to the 2025 Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Yadav said: It was from Bihar that the dismantling of democracy began. He added that, as citizens of Bihar who believe in democracy and the Constitution, we will not allow democracy to be destroyed at any cost. Yadav said opposition parties had jointly decided their future course of action. According to him, INDIA alliance constituents will organise protest marches across all blocks of Bihar on October 7, targeting CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He said the opposition parties would subsequently intensify the agitation on October 8, when Mahagathbandhan constituents would stage sit-ins at district headquarters across the state. A separate march to the Governors House has also been planned in Patna on the same day. I will be present in Patna myself, alongside MLAs, MLCs and MPs. We will raise our voices against the way votes were looted; this amounts to the murder of democracy, which will not be tolerated under any circumstances, Yadav said. The INDIA bloc has been campaigning against the Election Commission over its handling of electoral roll revision and has demanded action against CEC Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition alliance has also announced a wider protest programme over what it describes as irregularities in the electoral process. An INDIA alliance meeting was held in New Delhi on September 30, with Tejashwi Yadav among the leaders participating in discussions on the oppositions response to the Election Commission. The meeting focused on the blocs campaign against alleged electoral irregularities and its demand for action against Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition parties subsequently announced plans for a broader movement targeting the Centre and the Election Commission. The INDIA blocs campaign has also included protests in Bihar. On October 2, Grand Alliance constituents in the state participated in programmes demanding the resignation of the CEC and opposing the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
ECI debunks Rahul Gandhis claims on Bihar SIR, Form 6
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) The ECI on Monday reiterated that the order for SIR in Bihar given on June 24, 2025, was issued with the unanimous approval of the Commission, dismissing claims made on social media by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. In a clarification issued along with Gandhis social media post, the Election Commission of India (ECI) said, The order for SIR in Bihar issued on 24 June 2025 was issued with the unanimous approval of the Commission. This order has been upheld by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in its judgment dated 27 May 2026. The Commission also highlighted its September 26 Press Notes section which said, The declaration attached to Form 6 for SIR has been upheld by the Supreme Court. For non-SIR period, the Forms applicable as per Rules (the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960) will be used. The ECIs clarification came close to Gandhis social media post, which said, It is now established beyond doubt that Gyanesh Kumar changed Form 6 illegally and unilaterally. This is just one more proof of him abusing his position to help the BJP. He and everyone else involved in this criminal assault on our democracy will be held accountable. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) also issued a Fact Check on Monday stating that the ECI has not pulled down the September 26 press note, through which it modified certain terms related to Form 6 for the non-SIR period, from its website. In a Fact Check and fake news alert, the PIB shared the ECI websites link to the September 26 press note, refuting claims made by the Cockroach Janta Partys Ashutosh Ranka on social media. The government advisory asked people, including those active on social media, to guard against rumours. Do not share unverified videos or claims. Check information against credible, independently verifiable sources before accepting or sharing it, said the PIB, the Centres nodal information dissemination agency controlled by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The September 26 note issued by the ECI had extended the SIR deadlines in Delhi and Maharashtra and countered allegations of friction within the Commission and revised the SIR notice-related procedure.
'Misleading post': Election Commission hits back at Rahul Gandhi amid SIR row
The Election Commission (ECI) has debunked the social media claim by Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi regarding Form 6 of Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The order for SIR in Bihar issued on June 24, 2025 was issued with the unanimous approval of the Commission. This order has been upheld by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in its judgment dated May 27, 2026, ECI in a post on X said.In its Press Note No. 120 dated 26 September 2026, in Point 1(iii), ECI has stated that, The declaration attached to Form 6 for SIR has been upheld by the Hon'ble Supreme Court, it added.
Weather Tomorrow: On Tuesday, October 6, various regions in the country are expected to experience unusual weather conditions. Delhi-NCR will remain mostly dry with gusty winds but limited rainfall is anticipated. In contrast, Himachal Pradesh and Bihar may see thunderstorms and lightning along with gusty winds. Odisha and Uttarakhand are also likely to experience isolated rains with possible thunderstorms.
School Holiday Tomorrow: On October 6, 2026, schools across India are set to remain operational barring any weather-induced interruptions. Regions such as Uttarakhand, Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, and Odisha will likely function as usual. However, Bihar may face localized shutdowns due to thunderstorms, requiring confirmation from local authorities. Parents are encouraged to check official communications and weather forecasts for the latest updates on school operations.
1st T20I: Akeal Hosein Banks On Data, Instinct To Counter India
Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee: With the West Indies set to embark on a five-match T20I tussle against a buoyant India side in the shortest format, the veteran spinner Akeal Hoseins motto is simple: use the data, but dont get addicted to it; trust your instinct, but dont abandon preparation; and keep on evolving before the opposition can catch up. The West Indies enter the T20I leg after India won the preceding three-match ODI series 2-1, although the visitors finished that contest on a high by claiming the final match at New Chandigarh. The focus now shifts to the shortest format, where the Caribbean side will have to contend with an India batting line-up packed with aggressive players capable of changing the game in a matter of overs, here at the Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. For Hosein, the past record against India matters little once the first ball is bowled. Its just about planning well, going out there, and executing. I think the past is the past. All we can do is control our output now, go out there, and change the results, Hosein said at the pre-match press conference. The five-match nature of the series will bring its own tactical challenge. With both teams likely to face each other repeatedly, bowlers can expect batters to study their methods and look for patterns from one game to the next. For me, its just about trying to do whatever the team requires. A five-match T20 series means that if you play in every game, the opposition can plan better for you each time. So, its always about trying to stay one step ahead of the batter, being as clever as possible, and getting the job done for the team. Thats my general game plan, he said. That becomes particularly important against an Indian top order that thrives on taking the initiative from the first over. Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan are among the batters the West Indies will have to plan for, although the spinner admits his experience against the pair has been limited. Unfortunately, I only bowled a couple of balls to Abhishek and Ishan in the IPL. I havent bowled a lot to them, but as I mentioned, there is a lot of data available. Its just about having a clear mind, sticking to your plans, and trying to execute them as best as possible, he said. For a spinner, the Powerplay can be an especially unforgiving phase. With only two fielders allowed outside the circle, even a well-planned delivery can disappear quickly against a batter in full flow. Bowling in the powerplay in general is pretty scary, especially when youre a spinner. You have a short space to work with on the pitch, and you only have two guys out, he said. Its extra difficult when you have good batting surfaces and guys who score at high strike rates. With that being said, there is a lot of data available. Even though I might not have played against these guys a lot, the data helps you plan and come up with a few options. Its just about going out there, backing yourself, and trusting your process. Once you execute what you have planned, you will more than likely come out successful. Yet the growing influence of analytics has not diminished the importance of instinct. In fact, against a batting line-up that also has access to extensive data, the ability to make decisions in the moment could be just as important. Sometimes you have to let your instincts take over because, just as you are looking at data and trying to exploit a batters weaknesses, they are also looking at data to get better, he said. You have to make that judgment on the day based on how the batter is operating, the boundary sizes, the wind factor, and whether the pitch is spinning, grassy, flat, or made of red or black soil. You try to factor in all those things as quickly as possible to come up with the best plan. That adaptability will also be crucial when the West Indies arrive at the venue with information about how the surface has behaved previously. When we played the IPL here, I didnt play in that match. However, on the day, you make your plans. There is a lot of information out there; sometimes you hear that the ball spins at a venue, but when you arrive, it isnt spinning, he said. Its just about assessing conditions as quickly as possible, understanding your dos and donts for that particular day, and against specific batters. You formulate plans quickly, try to stay ahead of the batter, and stick to whats working. The spinner also stressed the importance of resisting the temptation to constantly change things simply because the opposition is strong. Dont get too greedy or experiment too much. Just stick to bowling the most difficult delivery for the batters to get away, and that should be your game plan, he said. While India will start as a formidable opponent, the West Indies are not approaching the series with any sense of intimidation. First of all, I didnt play in the ODIs; I just watched the matches, and its two different teams. However, I back my boys, he said. Even when we played them in the World Cup, we gave them a hell of a run. They know the fear we bring to T20 cricket and the brand we play. We know they are a dangerous team, but we are not going to back down. The West Indies spinner believes the contest could ultimately come down to which side handles the tactical battle better. Both teams are looking forward to the challenge. Its simply about who plans and executes best. We are going to focus only on the things we can control, rather than outside factors. If we go out and execute as well as possible, I think we will be successful, he said. The series also has a personal significance for the veteran, who is approaching his 100th T20I appearance. For now, however, he remains conscious that selection comes before the milestone. I wish I could see the next five years. First of all, Im still at 99 games; I have to get selected to play my 100th, he said. With that being said, its an achievement in itself. It shows that youre dedicated, hungry, and that your performances have been up to par. Its a great achievement and something to look back and smile on. Rather than treating the landmark as an endpoint, he sees it as another incentive to extend his international career. Who knows if I can make 100 more? Its motivation to continue pushing and see how many games I can play, he said. When you realise how many games a player has played, it shows they are doing something well and performing consistently. Thats always the challenge for metrying to perform and help my team win cricket games. There is also an individual ambition that remains firmly alive. Having previously reached the summit of the world rankings, the spinner wants to return to No. 1. Always. Ive been number one before, and the aim is always to get back there. Its a personal motivation, he said. There is also an individual ambition that remains firmly alive. Having previously reached the summit of the world rankings, the spinner wants to return to No. 1. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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IND vs WI 1st T20I Prediction, Match Preview And Playing XIs
IND vs WI 1st T20I, Cricket Tips: The ODI series between India and West Indies was a highly fought one. Both teams recorded their highest ODI chases in the series. Now, the action moves to the T20I format. These two sides will take on each other in the five-match series, starting on October 6 (Tuesday). The first game will begin at 7 PM IST at Ekana Stadium. Team India are coming off winning the gold medal in the Asian Games 2026. But West Indies are also very strong in T20Is, which will add more spice to this series. West Indies have a strong batting lineup and they showed it in the third ODI. IND vs WI: Match Details Date : October 06, 2026 (Tuesday) Time : 7 PM IST Venue : Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow IND vs WI: Live Streaming Details The live action of the T20I series will be televised on the Star Sports networks. Fans can also watch the live stream of the game on the Jio Hotstar app or website. IND vs WI: Head-to-Head in T20Is Total Matches: 31 India : 20 West Indies : 10 No-result: 1 IND vs WI: Ground Pitch Report Just like the ODI series, the wicket for the T20I series is also expected to be batting-friendly. The wicket in Lucknow is generally good for batting, and the ball comes nicely onto the bat. However, the wicket is expected to get slower with time, and spinners will get good assistance with the old ball. IND vs WI: Possible XIs India : Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Kuldeep Yadav, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh West Indies: Shai Hope (c & wk), Amir Jangoo, Sherfane Rutherford, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Romario Sherpherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Matthew Forde, Shamar Joseph. IND vs WI: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Abhishek Sharma has delivered impactful performances with the bat, and he will be a dangerous batter for the opposition. For West Indies, Shai Hope is in excellent form and is coming off two consecutive centuries. Probable Best Bowler Kuldeep Yadav and Akeal Hosein will get good assistance from the wicket in Lucknow and will be tough to hit in the middle overs. Today Match Prediction : India will have an advantage of home conditions and will start this game as favorites. IND vs WI Match 1st T20I, Today Match IND vs WI, IND vs WI Prediction, IND vs WI Predicted XIs, Injury Update for India vs West Indies Match Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
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'Form 6 modification not approved by us', say SC; seeks EC's response
New Delhi, Oct 5: The Supreme Court on Monday said that it has not approved any modifications to Form 6 being used by the Election Commission (EC) during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in various states. Form 6 is an application through which an eligible person seeks inclusion in the electoral roll. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said, Any modification to Form 6 has not been approved by us. Let's be clear. When records are produced, we would like to see who has modified it. The bench was hearing a PIL filed in wake of a recent Indian Express report, which claimed that two of the three Election Commissioners had objected to decisions related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, including changes to Form 6 relating to the applicant's ancestry and a link to previous SIR. The bench told senior advocate Maneka Guruswamy, appearing for petitioner Shailendra Mani Tripathi, who has challenged the decisions, guidelines and software changes allegedly made by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar without the concurrence of his two colleagues, that the prayers in his PIL appear to be jumbled up. During the hearing on Tripathi's PIL, Guruswamy said there were no infirmities in the petitioner's PIL and raised concerns over changes made to Form 6, which is used by eligible citizens to apply for inclusion of their names in electoral rolls. The EC issued a press release on September 26 suggesting that the Supreme Court had upheld the Form 6 declaration in the May 2026 judgment relating to Bihar SIR. The bench issued notice on Tripathi's plea and tagged the matter with another PIL filed by Patna resident Rakesh Kumar Singh on the issue. Tripathi's plea, filed through advocate Chand Qureshi, has alleged that the CEC's actions violate the statutory requirement of collective decision-making. The plea also seeks initiation of criminal proceedings against the CEC and other officials for breach of official duty. Divested of any statutory or constitutional immunity, the Chief Election Commissioner remains directly accountable under the law -- subject to police investigation, evidence gathering, and regular trial proceedings as an ordinary accused, the plea states. Tripathi cited the provisions of the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023, particularly Section 18, which provides for decision-making by the EC and says that where there is a difference of opinion, the view of the majority prevails. One of the main issues the plea raises is the alteration of Form 6, which the people use to register as voters. It alleges that the requirement relating to ancestral details and link with the previous SIR was introduced through the election panel's software without the statutory amendment required under the electoral rules. According to the petition, the two election commissioners other than Kumar objected to the change and asserted that the prescribed form could not be altered without following the statutory procedure. Issue a writ of mandamus or any other appropriate writ, order, or direction declaring all decisions, guidelines, directives, and software modifications initiated, approved, or implemented under CEC Gyanesh Kumar without full commission concurrence or contrary to the majority opinion of the Election Commissioners as unconstitutional, ultra vires, and void ab initio, the plea says. Concerns over the handling of electoral roll revisions in Goa and West Bengal were also mentioned in the plea, which alleged that the software lacked the feature to restore 97 eligible electors in Goa despite directions for their verification. In West Bengal, the petitioner claimed that more than 16.10 lakh appeals were filed in the EC's name against voters whose names were restored by judicial officers. The other two election commissioners and the West Bengal chief electoral officer were not aware of these appeals, nor did they authorise them, the plea claims.
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Turtle doves, Cicada bugs, migratory birds arrive to announce Kashmirs golden yellow autumn
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Oct 5 (IANS) Turtle doves picking fallen grain from Paddy fields, Cicada chirping on willow trees and the cackle of migratory birds in the night sky, these are all indications that Kashmirs golden yellow season of plentyautumn has arrived. Farmers have gathered their Paddy crop and apples are being picked by the orchardists, grapes, Nadrus (Lotus stems)', Sweet Chestnuts and vegetables are aplenty in the markets. The sky is now a clear blue and the fear of cloudbursts, thunderstorms, hail etc is over. People love to bask in the early sunshine although the days are still hot. Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 31.2 degree Celsius on Sunday, marking the city's second-highest October temperature on record. This exceptional reading, driven by an unprecedented autumn heatwave, surpassed the previous October high of 31.1 degree Celsius set 18 years ago on October 2, 2008. Despite the day heat, mornings and evenings are getting cold as locals wear a layer of warm clothes in the evenings. The turtle doves have come down from the mountains to feed on fallen grain in the harvested Paddy fields. They have to gain enough weight before they brave their flight to the plains to ward off the winter cold. Cicada bugs are chirping on willow trees as their natural camouflage makes them absolutely indistinguishable from their surroundings. The cackle of migratory birds in the night sky announces the first flight of these avian visitors to the Valley. Thousands of these birds including bar-headed geese, mallards, Pochards, shovelers, Pintails, Wigeons, Sheldrake ducks, teals etc spend their winters in the water bodies of Kashmir to ward off the extreme cold of their summer homes in Russian Siberia, China, Japan, Philippines and Eastern Europe. The hardy goatherds called the Bakarwals are now moving down from the highland meadows of the Valley with their families. They are going with their flocks of sheep, goats, watch dogs and load carrying horses to their homes in warmer Poonch, Rajouri, Kathua and Reasi districts of Jammu division. The life of the Bakarwals is an enduring lesson in bearing hardships to graze their flocks in the meadows during the summer months. The Bakarwals move lock, stock and barrel to the meadows during the summer months. Women carrying infants wrapped in a loose cloth around their back, utensils, clothes, bedding etc are loaded on the horses as the long journey to the plains starts for these families. The diet of these families is a dieticians prescription for keeping oneself fit. They take milk, cheese, ghee in plenty as they lead an active, hardworking life. It is rare to see an obese Bakarwal male or female. They are lean sturdy souls although signs of some sedentary life and economic prosperity are showing in the protruding bellies of the elders left behind to tend for homes during the summer months. Hundreds of labourers belonging to Bihar, West Bengal, UP and other states working as brick layers, masons, carpenters, electricians and labourers in orchards and Paddy fields have started moving down to their homes as the bitter winter cold becomes difficult for them to bear. Days have started ending early and beginning late as markets, streets and workplaces start closing after the sunset. Vegetable markets are full of locally grown turnips, spinach, tomatoes, brinjals, potatoes, etc. Interestingly, despite the availability of these local vegetables, their rates are higher than those brought in from outside the Valley, a paradox difficult to decipher for the common Kashmiri. The leaves of the majestic Chinar trees have started turning yellow from deep green. These leaves then turn into brilliant shades of yellow, amber, gold, orange, and a striking blood-red before falling in the winter. The water in rivers, mountain streams and springs is crystal clear as far off mountain tops acquire a tinge of white due to early snowfall. For the nature loving tourists and locals, autumn is the best time to see Kashmir in all its natural glory and brilliance.
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Bihar Police Aspirants Protest Against Cancellation of Main Exam
Aspirants in Patna demand the reversal of the Bihar Police exam cancellation, citing unfair treatment and a lack of response from authorities. Bihar Police Aspirants Protest Against Cancellation of Main Exam
